Gavaghataka Sutta, Gavaghātaka-sutta: 1 definition
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Gavaghataka Sutta means something in Buddhism, Pali. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
In Buddhism
Theravada (major branch of Buddhism)
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper NamesMoggallana reports to the Buddha that, while descending Gijjhakuta, he saw a vast lump of flesh flying through the air. The Buddha says it was a cattle butcher of Rajagaha, born as a peta. S.ii.256.
Theravāda is a major branch of Buddhism having the the Pali canon (tipitaka) as their canonical literature, which includes the vinaya-pitaka (monastic rules), the sutta-pitaka (Buddhist sermons) and the abhidhamma-pitaka (philosophy and psychology).
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Partial matches: Sutta.
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